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Accessibility as Part of Your Workflow
Graphic design is a form of visual communication, and when communicating, it’s important to keep your audience in mind. Everyone has different abilities and restrictions, so it’s our goal as designers to be as accessible as possible in order for our designs to function as intended. This article explores things to keep in mind when designing for accessibility. General Design ContrastPeople with low vision or colorblindness can struggle to read text that doesn’t have sufficient contrast, so using a subtle change in color between text and its background may be inaccessible. If you’re worried that your text may not have…
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40 with Faculty: Professor Hillock
Take a trip through the MAC and get to know Professor Hillock as she answers 40 questions before heading to class.
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Chicago Design Firms
Chicago is a vibrant and bustling place for graphic designers to take part in innovation, creativity, and inspiration. In this quick guide, we delve into a list of industry giants and small boutique studios. Whether you’re looking for some inspiration or looking to collaborate, this guide can serve as a starting point, showcasing the diversity of designers Chicago has to offer. We’re starting off with some of the top and well-known companies. Pivot Design Pivot Design is a mid-sized, woman-owned and independent branding agency located in River North. They specialize in strategy, branding, social media, websites, event design, and collateral…
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Portfolios 2024
Portfolios 2024 6:00pm–8:00pm on May 9, 2024 Artwork by Yari Montelongo
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How to use Cricut Maker Cutting Machines
Cricut Maker 3 Background Cricut is an American brand of cutting plotters, or computer-controlled cutting machines designed for makers. The machines are used for cutting paper, felt, vinyl, fabric and other materials such as leather, matboard, and wood. Using Cricut Design Space and the print then cut function, you can also create stickers and iron-on transfers for soft goods. Parts List To purchase materials and accessories visit:www.cricut.com Getting Started In order to use the Cricut Maker, you will need to have Cricut’s proprietary software installed on your device. Cricut Design Space is available on desktop and mobile so once your…
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How to use Glowforge Laser Printers
Glowforge Background Glowforge is a user-friendly laser printer that cuts and engraves wood, acrylic, cardboard, leather and more. Parts List To purchase certified materials and accessories visit: www.glowforge.com Getting Started To use the Glowforge, be sure the machine and filter are both plugged in and turned on. The power button and plug is located on the right side of the filter while the power button and plug for the Glowforge is located on the backside of the unit. Glowforge consists of only one button thatacts as a start button. Please note: in the event of an emergency, unplug the…
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Halloween Bash 2023
The Details: Now a yearly tradition, the graphic design department at College of DuPage throws a Halloween bash. We invite students to participate in our digital pumpkin carving contest. Students submit artwork that is then carved/engraved on a wooden pumpkin using our Glowforge Laser Printers. Students then vote on their favorite pumpkin and the winner is given a giant version of their pumpkin along with other prizes. We also throw in a costume contest, scavenger hunts, trivia, and button making for good measure. Snacks and drinks are served and the event always proves to be a good time.
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Portfolios 2023
Portfolios 2023 6:00pm–8:00pm on May 10, 2023: Please join the Graphic Design Department in congratulating the 2023 Design Award Nominees! Illustration Identity Design Packaging and 3D Design Editorial Design Design Systems Web & Interactive Meet the Students Alex Rakowiecki Behance Link: behance.net/alexrakowiecki Dana Lopez Garay Behance Link:behance.net/danalopezgaray Ellany Trushov Behance Link: behance.net/ellanytrushov1 Emma Van Wagner Behance Link:behance.net/emmavanwagner1 Isabelle Koev Behance Link:behance.net/koevisabelle Jennifer Martinez Behance Link:behance.net/jenmdesign John Weiss Behance Link:behance.net/johnweiss2 Jonah Miran Behance Link:behance.net/jonahmiran Irina Bazatin Behance Link:behance.net/irinabazatin Jose Molina Ocampo Behance Link:behance.net/molinajose Mariella Doronzo Behance Link:behance.net/marielladoronzo Michael Stevlic Behance Link:behance.net/michaelstevlic Morgan Marrazzo Behance Link:behance.net/morganmarrazzo Riley Pehrson Behance Link:behance.net/rileypehrson Sophia Ricciardi…
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